I Want To Love You

Chapter Thirteen

Chapter Thirteen

Sasuke woke up the next day with a sick feeling in his stomach. Today was the day he finally was going to talk to his brother, and he wasn’t prepared at all. He didn’t even know what to prepare for - anything was possible at this point. Sasuke surveyed the room, and remembered he stayed the night at Sasori’s. He sat up, causing the blonde boy next to him to stir. Naruto opened his eyes for only a second before he scrunched them shut again due to the bright sun in his eyes. Sasuke smiled as the blonde wrapped his arms around him, pulling him closer. He ran his hand through the blonde’s hair and leaned down, giving him a kiss on the cheek. Then, after a few minutes, he rolled out of Naruto’s grasp and got up to find Deidara. Naruto frowned, opening his eyes, “Where are you going?” Sasuke finished putting his clothes on, gave Naruto a quick kiss and told him, “I gotta get home, I’ll text you later.” Naruto furrowed his brows, wondering what was so important that Sasuke had to leave right that moment but was too tired to interrogate him. “Fine…” he mumbled, snuggling up in the blankets.

Sasuke went into the kitchen to find Sasori and Deidara chatting and eating bacon and eggs. Sasori smiled, “About time you got up, where’s Naruto?” Sasuke frowned, “What time is it?” he normally woke up early, so it couldn’t be too late. “It’s already one in the afternoon.” Sasuke’s eyes widened. He had no idea what time Itachi would be at his house and he wanted to make sure he was there first so he could try to prepare himself. “Is something wrong?” Deidara asking, noticing the worry on Sasuke’s face. Sasuke quickly composed himself and shook his head, “No, I should just get home soon.” Deidara nodded, “I could take you here in a few minutes.” and Sasori motioned toward the table of food, “You can eat before you leave.” Sasuke was pretty hungry, but he feared if he ate he would just throw it back up. He shook his head, “I’m not hungry, besides when Naruto wakes up he’ll probably eat whatevers left and still want more.” he said, forcing a laugh. “Damn, it’s still snowing out. I bet there’s ice all over the windshield.” Deidara said, inwardly cringing at the thought of going out in the cold. “I’ll start the car if you want?” Sasuke offered, and added, “At least I won’t have to spend twenty minutes trying to start it.” Deidara tossed his keys at Sasuke, “Thanks, and yeah I know, I’m so glad I got a new car.” Sasuke laughed, “I think everyone is glad you got a new car.” Deidara rolled his eyes and Sasori agreed.

After a few minutes, the ice on Deidara’s car had melted and the car was nice and warm inside. Deidara finished his breakfast and met Sasuke outside, cursing about how cold it was and then thanking Sasuke for turning the heat on in the car. On the way home, Sasuke dreaded every second of the ride. He really didn’t want to go home, or see his brother. He wondered what made him so afraid of his brother, they were once so close so why was he freaking out so much? When they were about halfway to Sasuke’s apartment, Deidara broke the silence. “Is something wrong? You’re being awfully quiet.. and why are you in such a rush to get home?” he asked. Sasuke racked his brain for an excuse, he couldn’t tell Deidara about Itachi. “Nothings wrong, I’m just tired. Sorry if it seemed like I was in a rush - I just haven’t spent some time alone in a while and I’m ready to get home and relax. Maybe write a little in the journal Naruto bought me.” Sasuke finally said after a few seconds. Deidara smiled, “Do you like the journal? Naruto was worried you wouldn’t like it.” Sasuke smiled, “Yeah, it was really thoughtful.”

They spent the rest of the time talking about the previous night. Deidara gushed about how he loved the fireworks, and how he loved Sasori. Sasuke hoped one day Naruto and he would have a relationship as wonderful as Sasori and Deidara’s. Their chat was cut short when they finally pulled in front of Sasuke’s apartment. Sasuke inwardly sighed, wishing Itachi had picked a different day to come over. He really did want to relax and spend some time alone, he’d spent so much time with his friends lately that he couldn’t remember the last time he had alone time. Deidara waved goodbye as Sasuke entered his apartment. He took of his shoes and entered the living room, only to reveal his brother sitting on his couch, tapping his fingers on the table next to the couch. “It’s nice to see you again, little brother.”